The Takomo Iron 201 is a players distance iron released in 2022, designed for mid-handicappers (typically 8–18 HCP) who want the look and feel of a players' iron with added distance from a hollow or partially hollow construction. These irons bridge the gap between workability and forgiveness. The 2022 model's 7-iron is lofted at 30°, sitting in the moderate range that balances distance and gapping.
Loft Specifications
| 4i | 5i | 6i | 7i | 8i | 9i | PW |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20.0° | 23.0° | 26.0° | 30.0° | 34.0° | 38.0° | 43.0° |
Stock steel shaft. Lofts are approximate and subject to manufacturing tolerances.
Technology
About the Takomo Iron 201
The Takomo Iron 201 features a hollow or semi-hollow construction that allows for a thinner, faster face and lower CG while preserving a players' address profile. Technology from the game-improvement category meets the aesthetic of players' irons. At impact it delivers energetic and direct, with a firmer feel typical of hollow-body constructions, often dampened with internal foam or polymer.
Loft Analysis
The Takomo Iron 201's 7-iron is lofted at 30° — near-traditional — close to the classic 32–34° benchmark. For a golfer with an 85–95 mph swing speed, this projects to a 7-iron carry of approximately 150–160 yards. The 5-iron (23°) to 7-iron gap of 7° is well-gapped, which may create overlapping distance windows with similarly lofted fairway woods or hybrids. The pitching wedge at 43° provides a conventional loft window that pairs cleanly with a 50–52° gap wedge.
Who Should Play the Takomo Iron 201?
- ✓Mid handicappers (8–18 HCP) who want players'-iron aesthetics with added distance
- ✓Golfers currently in game-improvement irons who are ready to step up
- ✓Players who prioritise distance and workability over maximum forgiveness
- ✓Golfers carrying a 7-iron in the 145–165 yard window
Frequently Asked Questions
What loft is the Takomo Iron 201 7-iron?
The Takomo Iron 201 (2022) 7-iron has a loft of 30°. This sits in a moderate range that provides a good balance of distance and traditional gapping.
What handicap are the Takomo Iron 201 irons suited for?
The Takomo Iron 201 is a players distance iron, designed for mid-handicappers (typically 8–18 HCP). They work well for handicaps roughly in the 8–18 range.
What gap wedge should I use with the Takomo Iron 201?
The Takomo Iron 201 pitching wedge is 43°. A 50° gap wedge and 54° sand wedge would create clean separation. If you play a 60° lob wedge, a 46° and 52° pairing also works.
How do the Takomo Iron 201 irons feel at impact?
The Takomo Iron 201 is designed to feel energetic and direct, with a firmer feel typical of hollow-body constructions, often dampened with internal foam or polymer. If you are transitioning from a blade or players cavity, expect a slightly more muted, springy sensation.
Are the Takomo Iron 201 irons still available?
The Takomo Iron 201 (2022) represents the recent previous generation of this model. Newer versions may be available — use our iron finder to compare this set against the latest releases.
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